At the Survivor Advocacy Outreach Program, we believe everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the right to live free from violence. We provide free, confidential support and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence, intimate partner and domestic violence, human trafficking, and stalking. Through education and systemic change, we work to prevent violence before it begins.
Crisis advocacy Services
Free, confidential support for survivors in crisis. Advocates provide emotional support, safety planning, hospital accompaniment, and help connecting to services.
prevention education
Education and community programs that work to prevent violence before it happens. We partner with schools, workplaces, and organizations to build safer communities.
child advocacy
center
A safe, child-focused space where children who have experienced abuse can receive coordinated support, forensic interviews, and connections to services.
new leaf justice enterprise
A social enterprise that provides employment, skill building, supportive services, and community support for survivors working toward stability and independence.
Our community impact
Every year, SAOP works alongside survivors, families, and community partners across Southeast Ohio to provide support, education, and prevention. These numbers reflect the reach of that work and the people who were supported through advocacy, training, and outreach.
Advocates provided support to 548 survivors this year.
2,613 individuals were reached through SAOP’s prevention and outreach.
SAOP provided prevention training to 1,660 youth across the region
Ways to Get Involved
Support survivors and help create lasting change. Whether you donate, volunteer, intern, apply for a position, or attend a training or event, your involvement strengthens our work and helps build a world free from violence.
Your support ensures that survivors receive lifesaving services at no cost. A gift of $50 provides an emergency hotel stay, while $100 funds trauma counseling. Every contribution helps us provide advocacy, education, and essential resources to those in need.
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Make a direct impact by supporting survivors, raising awareness, or assisting with events. Whether you become a hotline advocate, outreach ambassador, or event volunteer, we provide comprehensive training to equip you with the skills to make a difference.
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Join our team and help empower survivors, advocate for change, and build safer communities. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and a collaborative work environment committed to social justice.
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We offer free and low-cost workshops for the public, service providers, and educators. Attend an upcoming event or professional training to learn about trauma-informed care, bystander intervention, legal advocacy, and more.
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